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The Birch said: “It began when we moved to the King Power stadium. We started with a little plot of land which we’ve now outgrown. We’ve got a waiting list.

“Hopefully, if the club gets the new extension on the East Stand, and with the kind permission of the owners and chief executive Susan Whelan, we’ll be able to open a new state-of-the-art Remembrance Garden.

“In recent years the Remembrance Service has become a very well attended event and gives much comfort to people during what can be very difficult times.

“The growing numbers show just how important the Remembrance Garden is to our wonderful supporters."